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It’s widely accepted that routine physical activity can prevent disease, injury and obesity. Likewise, brain exercises help to keep the mind sharp and fend off depression. Yet, as we age, modifications to our exercise routine become inevitable. Luckily, gentle yoga and meditation provides seniors with all the mind-body benefits they need, using low-impact movements and…Read More

If you are caring for a loved one with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, you have undoubtedly contemplated this question. You may be struggling with feelings of guilt mixed with fear that the responsibility will become more than you can handle. The decision to move an aging loved one into a memory care community is never…Read More

The stereotype that seniors lack technology skills is, well, old and outdated. Recent studies have shown that nearly 60% of people over 65 use the Internet, and many companies are dedicating a fair amount of research into “aging in place” tech tools and gadgets. In addition to employing assistive technology devices, such as smartphone apps…Read More

The decision to move into assisted living / enriched housing is often wrought with emotion and uncertainty. Yet, in many cases, it is truly the best option to ensure the safety and health of an aging loved one. Finding the right community with the best care can certainly help ease some of the fear and…Read More

For many adult children, it’s difficult to admit that our parents are getting older, and it can be even harder for aging parents to accept that they need help. However, ignoring the warning signs will only put your loved ones at risk. To help you have “the talk” with your parents about needed lifestyle changes…Read More

Winter can be a dangerous time for seniors in the Northeast, between sub-zero temperatures and the risk of slipping and falling created by the season’s often-plentiful snow and ice. Therefore, keeping you warm, safe and on your feet is a top priority at Eddy Senior Living Communities. Our Communities offer many safety features and maintenance…Read More

Short-term stays for up to several months at an independent senior living-community can be just what seniors need for a much-deserved break, especially during the difficult winter months. Eddy Senior Living Communities offer short-term apartment rentals at multiple locations, along with special rates and amenities that make these accommodations all the more attractive. At Eddy…Read More

Developing and fostering a personal sense of gratitude – defined as “the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness” – can have many wonderful far-reaching benefits for one’s health, happiness and success in life. And these effects can be obtained and enjoyed by simply spending a few mindful minutes…Read More

The VA’s Little-Known Veterans’ Pension Benefit Retired military wartime veterans and surviving spouses of deceased wartime veterans may qualify for a helpful, but often underutilized, benefit—a special monthly pension benefit called Aid and Attendance—provided through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Even though the program has existed for some time, many veterans are unaware that…Read More

With Americans living longer than previous generations, assisted living for married couples is a growing demand, which many senior care communities are only beginning to address. And if one partner requires a different level or type of care than the other, the situation can be even more difficult to plan for and arrange. There are…Read More